TechnologyAugust 24, 2026

hedonic

hee-DON-ik

Definition

Relating to or characterized by the pursuit of pleasure, enjoyment, or agreeable experiences.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'hēdonikos,' which comes from 'hēdonē,' meaning 'pleasure.' It entered English in the 19th century to describe psychological theories focusing on the pursuit of happiness.

In the news

In this article, the authors refer to 'hedonic motivation' as a factor influencing how designers decide whether or not to adopt new AIGC tools.

The influence of designer identity on design majors’ intention to use AIGC tools: an SEM-fsQCA analysis in China

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